Job Overview

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Manager of Career Services & Co-op to lead our colleges career development initiatives and co-operative education programs. In this pivotal role, you will drive innovative strategies to connect students with meaningful employment opportunities, foster strong relationships with industry partners, and enhance the overall career readiness of our student body. Your leadership will empower students to achieve their professional goals while ensuring seamless program operations that align with institutional objectives.

This paid position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in career services, recruiting, and technology systems will make a lasting impact.

Duties

- Develop and implement comprehensive career services strategies that support student employment success and experiential learning opportunities.
- Oversee the administration of co-op programs, including student placements, employer engagement, and program evaluation to ensure quality and relevance.
- Lead outreach efforts to build partnerships with local businesses, industry leaders, and community organizations to expand internship and employment pathways.
- Coordinate workshops, seminars, and public speaking engagements on topics such as resume writing, interview techniques, and career development.
- Utilize PeopleSoft and Ellucian systems to manage student data, track employment outcomes, and generate reports for continuous improvement.
- Conduct analysis of employment trends and labor market data to inform program offerings and recruitment strategies.
- Supervise a team of career services staff and student coordinators, fostering a cooperative environment focused on excellence in service delivery.




- Represent the institution at career fairs, industry events, and community forums to promote programs and recruit prospective students.

Skills

- Exceptional public speaking skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences confidently.
- Strong employer relationship-building and business development skills
- Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to identify employers and recruitment/headhunting agencies and develop employment opportunities
- Robust candidate assessment and job-matching skills
- Knowledge of recruitment and selection processes
- Ability to understand job descriptions, employer requirements, and labour-market needs
- Strong career coaching and employment counselling skills
- Experience supporting resume writing, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interview preparation
- Strong negotiation, persuasion, and relationship-management abilities
- Excellent research and job-market analysis skills
- Ability to coordinate job fairs, employer meetings, interviews, and career events
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and integrity
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Career Services, Admissions, Academic, and Employer Relations teams
- Results-oriented approach with a focus on employment placements and graduate outcomes
- Knowledge of local labour-market trends and employment resources.

This role is designed for motivated professionals eager to shape the future workforce by providing impactful career development opportunities. Join us in empowering students to thrive professionally while advancing your leadership expertise in a vibrant academic setting!

Work Location: In person

📌 Manager, Career Services & Co-op i (Vancouver)
🏢 Cornerstone College of Alberta
📍 Vancouver